Places to stay near Ranua Zoo

Cozy sauna cottage in Lapland

Atmospheric sauna cottage (22m²) in the countryside. Escape from everyday life, enjoy the peace and quiet of the cottage, which is located in the courtyard of our house, yet completely in its own peace. The comfortable 160 cm wide bed offers space for two adults. Heat your own wood-fired sauna, relax on the terrace or by the campfire in the lean-to. Admire the starry sky or the northern lights far from the city lights. On a winter morning, you can walk on beautiful snowy forest trails, listen to the silence of nature, and breathe in the fresh air.

Villa Jokiranta – Northern Lights Riverside

Welcome to relax in the peace of nature. Fully equipped riverfront destination! This stunning holiday cottage is beautifully located on a river bank, surrounded by lush beach meadows. Finland's only salmon river flows right next door, offering a wonderful setting for both fishing and admiring nature. Finnish sauna and shower. Centrally located between Rovaniemi and Ranua. At Ranua Zoo, you can experience the wildlife of the north. You can see reindeer and animals from the cottage. Rovaniemi is only 40 min away

Heart of Lapland- Siikkis inc. traditional sauna

A cute little cabin for two people in a magical forest, on a private plot by a beautiful lake near by host home. A sauna is heated for guests every evening. Cabin is ideal for guests who are looking for peace and quiet and distance from the hustle and bustle of the city and the light pollution, but are within driving distance of many of the places to visit. Cabin is located about 45min drive from Rovaniemi. The cabin gives guests a peek into local lifestyle and offers authentic cabin experience

Ollero Eco Lodge (inc. a glass igloo)

Welcome to Ollero Eco Lodge – a private riverside retreat on the Arctic Circle near Rovaniemi. The entire property is reserved for one group at a time, ensuring full privacy. The lodge sleeps up to 6 guests (8 with extra beds) in three buildings. Only 10 minutes from Rovaniemi centre, yet surrounded by forest, river and minimal light pollution – ideal for Northern Lights viewing in season. Enjoy Finnish sauna and, in winter, a refreshing dip in the frozen river for a true Arctic experience.

Riverside Dream Apartment

Welcome to enjoy your holiday in Rovaniemi and be our guest. Cozy 50m2 apartment of a familyhouse by a river: Kitchen, livingroom with sleeping loft, bathroom, balcony, underground sauna and jacuzzi (extra price), barbecue and parking place. There are four beds (one double and two singles) and if necessary baby's bed. Apartment is located in a peacefull familyhouse area and it takes 5 min drive and 20 min walk to city center. Supermarket is very close also (2 min drive and 10 min walk).

Kultasärkkä

Charming cottage with all the amenities on a large plot. The distance to the center of Rovaniemi is only about 25 km. The distance to Santa Claus Village or the airport is also about 25 km. No public transport. The roads are well maintained even in winter. The cottage is easy to get to. If you wish, transportation can be arranged by Mercedes Benz Vito car for an additional fee. The car is not available for rent separately. Notice also our another accomodation: Villa Aurinkola.

Glamping in Aurora Igloo

Experience our unique Aurora igloo. Clamping near the city centre but still next to the forest. See and feel the frost around you but enjoy the warmness of the real fire and down blanket. Enjoy Lapland! We have only one igloo in our garden and it is one of a kind! You may also use the garden around for winter fun activities. We have sledges and shuffles for your use. There is no jacuzzi/hot tub or sauna available in this accommodation I am afraid.

Keskustie Polar Apartment

Bright and modern 32 sqm apartment in the center of Ranu. High-quality beds for three + a comfortable sofa make this a cozy base for families, couples and friends. Hotel-level equipment: airfryer, fridge, microwave, coffee and kettle, toaster, air heat pump, wifi, hairdryer and iron. Large windows bring light and on clear nights you can even see the northern lights! Zoo 3 km, barns and sled trails a few hundred meters away.

Holiday Home Snowberry

Welcome to the middle of nature to enjoy the cozy atmosphere of a log cabin. This holiday home, built in 2013, is located only about a 30-minute drive from the center of Rovaniemi and Santa Claus Village. The cabin has two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, a fireplace, and a wood-fired sauna where you can experience the Finnish sauna culture. There is also a private lean-to (laavu) on the premises.

Cozy home in the middle of city services

new bright, modern apartment on the top floor of the house in the middle of the city's services. The apartment has its own sauna and a gym in the building's parking garage. There are plenty of paid parking spaces nearby. Ounasvaara 4.2 km Airport 9.8 km Santa Claus Village 8.9 km Arktikum 1.6 km City center 450m You can find us on Facebook and Instagram @airbnb_rovaniemi_leppala

Garden Cottage 29 - Wood Heated Sauna & Parking

Our Garden Cottage is a cute cottage of 36 m2 + an attic for extra sleeping space. There is a wood heated sauna, a traditional stove and a small kitchen with basic utensils. We have a spacious garden and a private car parking. The Garden Cottage is located 2 km from the city centre of Rovaniemi, and 10 km from Rovaniemi airport and the Santa Claus Village.

Modern, Free parking, Fast Wi-Fi, Smart-TV

Lean back and relax in this modern, cosy and spacious apartment (73 square meters) with 2 bathrooms in a peaceful environment. The house is built in 2022 and fully equipped. To airport 6 kilometer (3,7 miles). To Santa Claus Village 4,5 km. Nearest grocery store 2,5 km.